Working for Diocese of Coventry

The Diocese of Coventry, in partnership with Warwickshire Wildlife Trust and Caring for God’s Acre, have been awarded nearly £200k by The National Lottery Heritage Fund to develop a Churchyard Biodiversity and Heritage Project within Coventry and Warwickshire. This project seeks to protect, enhance and share the treasured green spaces, wildlife and heritage of churchyards within the Diocese, and support local church councils in managing these special places with their local communities.

The aims of the Churchyard Biodiversity and Heritage Project are:

• To empower Anglican churches by supporting church communities in Coventry and Warwickshire unlock their churchyards' potential for biodiversity, heritage, well-being, and even food security.
• To engage the wider community by inviting non-churchgoers to be part of the exciting journey of managing and enhancing churchyards.
• To promote inclusivity and ensure that under-represented and less-able groups, along with people from all economic and social backgrounds, can access and enjoy these green spaces.
• To contribute to a greater cause by being part of the national dialogue on how local communities and small organisations can combat the species and climate crisis.